A Karamu classic, Black Nativity retells the Nativity story with an entirely African American cast. The story in dialogue, narrative, pantomime, gospel song, and folk spirituals is the unique creation of the poet and playwright Langston Hughes. Support American Theatre: a just and thriving theatre ecology begins with information for all. Please join us in this mission by joining TCG, which entitles you to copies of our quarterly print magazine and helps support a long legacy of quality nonprofit arts journalism.